Darius22 120 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 WWL has been losing ground over the last few years, and this move could be what puts either WDSU or WVUE ahead of them in the ratings. If their CBS affiliation was ever in jeopardy, WWL would do just fine as an independent. unless they switch with another affiliate. i could see WWL taking ABC or CW from either of the 2 Tribune stations in that market replacing their CBS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRolyPoly 1839 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 unless they switch with another affiliate. i could see WWL taking ABC or CW from either of the 2 Tribune stations in that market replacing their CBS. Unfortunately, I dont see that happening since WWL has been CBS for as long as I can remember and possibly as long as the station has been around itself. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darius22 120 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Unfortunately, I dont see that happening since WWL has been CBS for as long as I can remember and possibly as long as the station has been around itself. if WWL stays CBS they will need to renew their affiliation. but it wont happen anytime soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRolyPoly 1839 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 if WWL stays CBS they will need to renew their affiliation. but it wont happen anytime soon. If WWL were to go Independent instead, it would be a HUGE blow to WDSU, WVUE and especially WGNO. I dont see that happening, but i don't wanna rule anything out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoseRM303 169 Posted November 11, 2016 Share Posted November 11, 2016 Boston's WCVB shuffling anchors; adds reporter: http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/boston-abc-affiliate-does-the-anchor-shuffle-adds-reporter/181703 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RGSJenkins 431 Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 Watertown, NY is getting a NBC affiliate (WVNC-LD) on December 1st with a news department by 2018. http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/news03/nbc-to-launch-affiliate-in-watertown-20161103 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrannical bastard 3410 Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 RIP Robert Vaughn. If you've worked in the TV or advertising industry, this is probably how you've seen him in many markets across the country. And may he MEAN BUSINESS!!! in heaven. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAVY 10 Fan 232 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Lateral moves at WAVY; with weekend morning anchor Lex Gray moving to weekdays alongside the entrenched morning team of Don Roberts and Katie Collett [MEDIA=twitter]797818669065703424[/MEDIA] Replacing Gray on weekends is newcomer Marielena Balouris (at the station since August) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Salter JR 66 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 who will replace iffel on the newshour? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tw-804 190 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Sad to hear about Gwen Ifill's passing. Rest in peace. Meanwhile in Raleigh, WRAL censored last Saturday's SNL (already mentioned in chat). http://www.newsobserver.com/entertainment/tv/warm-tv-blog/article114508293.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tw-804 190 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Watertown, NY is getting a NBC affiliate (WVNC-LD) on December 1st with a news department by 2018. http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/news03/nbc-to-launch-affiliate-in-watertown-20161103 Wow, that's great news for them. Watertown's the last market in New York state to have full NBC network service. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennTV1983 741 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 WREG evening news anchor Claudia Barr announced her retirement tonight during the 10:00 newscast. Her last day is November 23rd. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 363 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 WEWS in Cleveland will now be down two meteorologists as Tera Blake is leaving to join WKRC in Cincinnati for its weekday morning newscast. This is according to TVSpy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daybreak 269 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 WEWS in Cleveland will now be down two meteorologists as Tera Blake is leaving to join WKRC in Cincinnati for its weekday morning newscast. This is according to TVSpy. What's going on with WEWS? It used to be a powerhouse but for the past 3 years, too many changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 839 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 What's going on with WEWS? It used to be a powerhouse but for the past 3 years, too many changes. Money... money. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlnews2 557 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 WSB political reporter Lori Geary is leaving the station to spend more time with her kids. She's been with WSB since 1998. http://radiotvtalk.blog.ajc.com/2016/11/12/lori-geary-stepping-down-from-channel-2-action-news-wsb-tv/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 363 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Tom Beres to retire from WKYC in Cleveland in December. He's been at the station for over 37 years!! He'll be missed. http://wkycdirectorscut.blogspot.com/2016/11/veteran-reporter-tom-beres-to-sign-off.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Muck 4139 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 What's going on with WEWS? It used to be a powerhouse but for the past 3 years, too many changes. Pretty much. WKYC found success in the late 90s with Ramona Robinson at 6/11 and the early evening talk duo of Ellen at 4pm and Dr. Phil at 5pm. Aside from their turnover between 2008-2012, they have shown remarkable stability. WEWS took forever to find a successor to Ted Henry, lost ratings powerhouses Oprah, WoF and J! in the span of a few months, and has been blowing up the roster of their morning show ever 15-18 months. (Note that one-time morning anchors Macie McInnis Jepson and Josh Boose are now newscasters/reporters for WTAM/1100 and iHeartMedia's 24/7 Total Traffic/News.) So in short, WKYC finally took advantage of WEWS's weaknesses and slowly ascended to #2 in the market, behind WJW. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Muck 4139 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 How. Does. This. Happen. [MEDIA=twitter]799017010080452608[/MEDIA] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlnews2 557 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 a WDIV reporter was forced to resign after she used the N word in the newsroom. http://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2016/11/17/motown-reporter-out-after-n-word-controversy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daybreak 269 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Another Reporter is out at KRIV after voicing her personal feelings on the elections. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/houston-reporter-who-prayed-for-trump-to-win-out-at-station/181991 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestTV 1173 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 KMGH GM Brad Remington will be leaving. He surely could have waited until after sweeps to announce this. Sounds like he and corporate didn't get along too well. http://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2016/11/17/gm-out-in-denver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 363 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Pretty much. WKYC found success in the late 90s with Ramona Robinson at 6/11 and the early evening talk duo of Ellen at 4pm and Dr. Phil at 5pm. Aside from their turnover between 2008-2012, they have shown remarkable stability. WEWS took forever to find a successor to Ted Henry, lost ratings powerhouses Oprah, WoF and J! in the span of a few months, and has been blowing up the roster of their morning show ever 15-18 months. (Note that one-time morning anchors Macie McInnis Jepson and Josh Boose are now newscasters/reporters for WTAM/1100 and iHeartMedia's 24/7 Total Traffic/News.) So in short, WKYC finally took advantage of WEWS's weaknesses and slowly ascended to #2 in the market, behind WJW. Jepson's first co-anchor, Mike Dunston, is now anchoring weekend evenings at WGCL in Atlanta. One of his co-workers is Sharon Reed, who also used to anchor in Cleveland, but at WOIO/WUAB. Speaking of 19/43, another WEWS alum, Jason Nicholas, is slated to start work as Chief Meteorologist soon, so don't be surprised if helps to steal viewers from 5. 5 has seen a lot of talent turnover since their first big makeover back in 1998. I'm not sure yet another one would be wise. There is some hope where a promo mentions that "News 5 at 6" and "ABC World News Tonight" is gaining viewers. Back to 19/43, someone mentioned on another message board that Raycom posted an opening for a new Traffic Anchor/Reporter. I wonder what that could mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasTVNews 1365 Posted November 18, 2016 Author Share Posted November 18, 2016 My Facebook friend, Jon Du Pre (KPHO, KTVX, and KUSI) is now at Shreveport's KTBS-TV (ABC) as the station 9:00PM (KPXJ) & 10:00PM anchor and reporter with former WFAA anchor Shon Gables. Du Pre replaces Devon Patton who now anchors the stations 4:00PM newscast on KPXJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaking News 794 Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 Pretty much. WKYC found success in the late 90s with Ramona Robinson at 6/11 and the early evening talk duo of Ellen at 4pm and Dr. Phil at 5pm. Aside from their turnover between 2008-2012, they have shown remarkable stability. WEWS took forever to find a successor to Ted Henry, lost ratings powerhouses Oprah, WoF and J! in the span of a few months, and has been blowing up the roster of their morning show ever 15-18 months. (Note that one-time morning anchors Macie McInnis Jepson and Josh Boose are now newscasters/reporters for WTAM/1100 and iHeartMedia's 24/7 Total Traffic/News.) So in short, WKYC finally took advantage of WEWS's weaknesses and slowly ascended to #2 in the market, behind WJW. Jepson's first co-anchor, Mike Dunston, is now anchoring weekend evenings at WGCL in Atlanta. One of his co-workers is Sharon Reed, who also used to anchor in Cleveland, but at WOIO/WUAB. Speaking of 19/43, another WEWS alum, Jason Nicholas, is slated to start work as Chief Meteorologist soon, so don't be surprised if helps to steal viewers from 5. 5 has seen a lot of talent turnover since their first big makeover back in 1998. I'm not sure yet another one would be wise. There is some hope where a promo mentions that "News 5 at 6" and "ABC World News Tonight" is gaining viewers. Back to 19/43, someone mentioned on another message board that Raycom posted an opening for a new Traffic Anchor/Reporter. I wonder what that could mean. With WEWS falling flat and WJW #1, WKYC#2 WEWS #3 it time for WOIO to make some aggressive moves to move the station up. When WEWS can't hold on to it legacy, and WOIO becomes the moral compass in Cleveland. There's a problem. WEWS needs to look at themselves in the mirror & makes some minor changes. Evening Team not a problem, but all these Scripps mandates is part of the problem, and a slew of others. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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